Mayotte's shanty towns are getting back on their feet despite Bayrou's opposition: Video
On December 14, 2024, Cyclone Chido wreaked havoc on Mayotte, a French overseas territory, causing unprecedented devastation.
The cyclone, the most severe to hit Mayotte in 90 years, left at least 39 people dead and thousands injured.
The shanty towns, home to many of Mayotte's residents, were particularly hard hit, with makeshift homes torn apart by the storm.
French Prime Minister François Bayrou, along with a delegation of officials, visited Mayotte shortly after the cyclone to assess the damage and announce a comprehensive aid plan.
The plan, named "Mayotte Standing," aims to rebuild the territory with a focus on long-term resilience and sustainability.
However, Bayrou's plan includes a controversial decision to ban the rebuilding of shanty towns, which has sparked significant debate.
